David R. Phoenix Sr.

David R. Phoenix Sr. obituary, Uxbridge, MA

David R. Phoenix Sr.

David Phoenix Obituary

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David R. Phoenix, Sr.,77, of Uxbridge, MA, passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2024 with his family by his side.
He was born on September 4, 1946, in Worcester, MA, son of the late Ernest and Leda M. (LaRochelle) Phoenix, Sr. and was a 1964 graduate of Uxbridge High School His formative years were shared with his brothers in Uxbridge, Don, the late Richard Phoenix, and the late Ernest Phoenix, Jr. creating memories that would last a lifetime.
After completing his education, David embarked on a career with the telephone company. He was an engineer at Verizon, where he devoted 34 years of service and was a sought after fiberoptic expert. His work ethic and commitment to excellence were evident to all who knew him. David also took great pride in his role as a board member and superintendent of Prospect Hill Cemetery, where he served with honor and distinction.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Jacqui M. Phoenix of 22 years; his children, David Phoenix, Jr. of FL, Lori Phoenix of Norwood, and Mike Phoenix and his wife Alana of Uxbridge. David's legacy continues through his grandchildren, Christian and Addie Faggas of Boston, and Jack and Cooper Phoenix of Uxbridge. He is also survived by his brother, Donald Phoenix of VT, along with many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 from 9-10:30AM in Buma Funeral Home, 101 N. Main St., Uxbridge, followed by a funeral service at 11:00AM in the funeral home.
Burial to follow in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Mendon St., Uxbridge.
Flowers are encouraged, as Dave loved flowers, and memorial donations may be made to Prospect Hill Cemetery, P.O. Box494, Whitinsville, MA 01588 or the ALS Association, Mass Chapter, 685 Canton Street, Suite 103, Norwood, MA 02062.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of David, please visit our floral store.
Buma Funeral Homes - Uxbridge

101 North Main Street (Massachusetts Route 122), Uxbridge, MA 01569

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Kenny Rankin

May 12, 2025

Kenny Rankin , Sorry to hear about David I´ll always remember his 1957 Chevy blue conv sitting in the parking lot next to the fire dept .

Group of 10 Memorial Trees

Sarra and Daniel Reale

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Randy and Chris Hall

March 15, 2024

There must be something special going on in heaven, because the Lord just took one of the best!

Mel Jarrett

March 13, 2024

Dave was a very happy and likeable fellow. A pleasure to have known him through our cousin, Ron Edwards.

With deepest sympathy to Jacqui and family.

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